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  1. just wanted to let you know

    nambour51 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    Hassled You've had a difficult year to date with lots of stress and grief. As you move from one phase in your life to another it is important to be positive. From memory the medication error was not...

  2. Foot problems - am I screwed?

    nambour51 replied to DaughterofRuth's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No it is not the end of your dream. You just have to find out what treatment suits you the best. Good shoes are essential. (Podiatry, shoe inserts, surgery, injections etc) I Have lived with it for...

  3. Advice for RNs who are still wet behind the ears

    nambour51 replied to suture_self's topic in General Nursing

    Be willing to learn from anyone with more experience, but be wary of anyone who big notes themself or infers that they 'know' it all. Some people have a very good knowledge in a limited area, but just...

  4. cultural question

    nambour51 replied to kessadawn's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    "she seemed to want to hold the child in the worst way" What do you

  5. just wanted to let you know

    nambour51 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    Have been keeping you in my prayers. I gathered from a previous post that his death was imminent. My heart goes out to you. Allow yourself time to grieve. It takes time to adjust to a major change in...

  6. I have really messed up.

    nambour51 replied to Heather A.'s topic in Ob/Gyn

    "everything works for good" etc. Not only has the situation worked out ok for you it has also been a learning opportunity for others. Thanks for sharing your

  7. I have really messed up.

    nambour51 replied to Heather A.'s topic in Ob/Gyn

    We all make mistakes - it is what we do afterwards that is important. You share that you are a Christian and you appear to have handled the situation from a Christian perspective. You recognized that...

  8. Lost a baby today

    nambour51 replied to luvmy3kids's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You are grieving and that is ok. You have had a very distressing experience and your emotions are still raw. It sounds like you were part of a very caring team that was sensitive to a family's...

  9. workcover discrimination

    nambour51 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    It was good to read your update about the situation. I am pleased that things seem to be improving. I feel for you at this time though. You are already going through a grieving process and you are...

  10. how will the new IR laws effect nurse's.......

    nambour51 replied to froghair's topic in International Nursing

    OnTheShoales the notice apparently said 'holiday availability will be curtailed' you still have the right to apply for them - you may need to negotiate the time though. This situation happens from...

  11. Psych nurse considering Oz?

    nambour51 replied to Murt's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Murt. There are lots of variables to be considered. The land of OZ is a big country. (It is quicker to fly to NZ from the East Coast then it is to fly to WA). The cost of living and income varies...

  12. Welcome to the Forum - General Aussie Chat

    nambour51 replied to gwenith's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    Welcome Meg. I was in Canberra in May for the ACORN conference. We had beautiful weather and it wasn't nearly as cold as I thought it would be. All the best with your

  13. You Might Be A Nursing Student If......

    nambour51 replied to SNBran's topic in Nursing Humor

    Nursing certainly changes your appraoch to life and your vocabulary. I remember when I was doing my hospital training I was with my family and said '****' my mother was horrifed and said I shouldn't...

  14. PRN medications

    nambour51 replied to jktb's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    All PRN medications should have a time frame for administration included in the order. Remember to document the effect of any PRN medication

  15. You might suffer from ADHD if...

    nambour51 replied to EricJRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    My problem is not ADHD but more of 'forgettory'. I frequently have those 'what am I doing here' moments' and then I have to recite the phrase I learnt from Sesame Street which my kids used to watch...

  16. paper work

    nambour51 replied to knockandhello's topic in International Nursing

    What a difference a day

  17. workcover discrimination

    nambour51 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    It can be difficult to come to terms with things that seem 'unfair' however there are a lot of 'unfair' situations in life. We have do learn which ones are our responsibility to address and which ones...

  18. I need advice, please.

    nambour51 replied to matchstickxx's topic in General Nursing

    Avoid any emotional response and avoid getting defensive. If something catches you unaware and upsets you take a deep breath and take your time before responding. Listen for constructive comments and...

  19. paper work

    nambour51 replied to knockandhello's topic in International Nursing

    Know the feeling! As much as we all detest paper work it is necessary. We may not be able to control the amount of paper work required but we can control our attitude to it. Have the occassional vent...

  20. an inmate you seems think he owns the prison

    nambour51 replied to nurse1972's topic in Correctional

    Congratulations on standing your ground in a difficult encounter! Continue to be alert but don't become over fearful about what will happen in the future otherwise the inmate has 'won' control over...

  21. workcover discrimination

    nambour51 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    I can appreciate your sense of frustration. However the problems you perceive affecting the staff employed at the institution belong to the staff, and despite your good intentions to help, it is...

  22. I am an Australian and I do not understand the American levels of Nursing

    nambour51 replied to meme39's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for that info. Here in OZ once you graduate from uni your results are sent to the nursing council so that when you apply for registration they already have confirmation of your of your...

  23. Australian Nurse Murdered in Thailand

    nambour51 replied to Grace Oz's topic in International Nursing

    Another tragic reminder to appreciate life, family, and friends. I pray her family will know peace despite this senseless

  24. absolute power in the O/R corrupts absolutely...

    nambour51 replied to hand2cut's topic in Operating Room

    It is a bit hard to give a definitive answer to your questions. 1. Unfortunately this PERSON really unnerved you, and apparently it showed. When you are in an environment for only a set period of...

  25. received disciplinary action--need advice

    nambour51 replied to oohnurse's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I agree with Fairlythere. One report is not the end of the world. If the report is still on your file see if you can also have included a report about would you learnt from the experience and how you...